Hello, I'm considering buying a.

Tiny
ISLANDER473
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  • 2008 TOYOTA COROLLA
  • 34,000 MILES
Hello,

I'm considering buying a 2008 Corolla CE with original 34k miles that has had the engine replaced. I'm told by my mechanic, who happens to be the one selling the car that the replacement engine has 42k miles on it and is from a 2010 model. I test drove the vehicle before I knew about the engine swap and did notice a rough idle which has since been taken care of. He's asking $7000 down from the original $7900. The car's passed Maryland State inspection and is in overall good shape. No noticeable leaks, smoke, unusual noises, check-engine lights. Title comes up clean via instaVIN. Still I'm reluctant to pull the trigger on an engine swap car. I dont want to buy problems down the road. What other due diligence should I be conducting to make sure I dont end up with a big problem? What should I be asking about? Anything I need to be aware of regarding the title on an engine swap car either before buying or before selling at some point in the future? Thanks in advance for your help!
Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 AT 10:03 PM

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Tiny
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Individuals who sell give no warranty at all. My sugestion is to secure an extended warranty on the power train for 3 yrs to make yourself feel better. Tell the guy you want to split the cose if he wants a buyer.

The price is right there. Good car and reliable

Roy
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Saturday, March 2nd, 2013 AT 10:06 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for the response I hadn't considered an extended warranty but it makes sense considering I'm saving on the cost of the car. To your knowledge will it be a problem getting an extended warranty on a swap car and would you recommend EasyCare?
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Sunday, March 3rd, 2013 AT 2:21 PM
Tiny
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They do not need to know anything about the engine swap.

I reccomend AAA. I have found them the best in price.

Roy
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Sunday, March 3rd, 2013 AT 2:33 PM

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